Syllabus
Course Code: BLIS-109 Course Name: ICT Applications in LIS (Theory and Practice) |
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MODULE NO / UNIT | COURSE SYLLABUS CONTENTS OF MODULE | NOTES |
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1 | Computer Hardware • The Evolution of Computers. • Characteristics of Computers. • Classification of Computers: Super Computer, Mainframe Computer, Mini Computer and Micro Computer. Digital vs. Analog Computers. • Computer Architecture: Input Devices, Output Devices, Central Processing Unit. Memory (Auxiliary). |
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2 | Computer Software • System and Application Software. • Operating Systems: Single and Multiuser. • Basics Features of MS Windows and Linux. • Application Software: Concept and Types. |
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3 | Communication Technology (Networking) • Communication: An Overview • Networks: Concept and Components • Network Media: Wire and Wireless.v • Network Types: PAN, LAN, MAN and WAN. • Topologies: Bus, Star, Ring, Token Ring, Tree and Mesh. |